European Badger
Meles meles
About the European Badger
The European badger (Meles meles) also known as the Eurasian badger or simply badger, is a species of badger in the family Mustelidae and is native to almost all of Europe and some parts of West Asia. Several subspecies are recognized; the nominate subspecies (Meles meles meles) predominates over most of Europe. The European badger is classified as being of least concern by the IUCN as it has a wide range and a large population size
Key Facts
- Well-known species with 21,057 recorded observations.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the European Badger?
The scientific name of the European Badger is Meles meles.
How many European Badger sightings have been recorded?
21,057 observations of the European Badger have been recorded on iNaturalist.
21,057
observations on iNaturalist
